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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the pneumococcal … from pneumococcal infections including: Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living … facilities The vaccine is also free for anyone 2 years of age and older with the following conditions: No spleen, or a …
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… also known as GAS or strep, can infect anyone at any age. Infections generally result in mild illnesses. The most … of common infections include skin and wound infections, ear and sinus infections, and infections in the lymph … infections result in TSS. It is more common in children, older adults, those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, …
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… a pregnant woman contracts rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth defects, including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver, spleen and brain damage. This is called …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the MMRV … The MMRV vaccine is given as 1 dose to kindergarten age children starting at age 4. Most of these children would … and birth defects in an unborn baby including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver damage, and brain damage. …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the shingles … vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended for adults 50 years of age and older. This includes if you: Have had shingles Received a …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the chickenpox … series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at 12 months of age and the second dose is given at 4 to 6 years of age. For … syndrome. Babies may have a low birth weight, scars and problems with their limbs, eyes and brain. Chickenpox can …
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… brain, which can lead to seizures, deafness, or brain damage. One out of every 3,000 people with measles may die from … of age and adults. Complications of measles can include: Ear infections Diarrhea Pneumonia Encephalitis (1 in every … from 4 days before to 4 days after their rash first appears. If you have measles, you can help prevent spreading it …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are COVID-19 mRNA … The vaccines are recommended for those 6 months of age and older. The vaccines are especially important for those at …
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… diet can be a healthy eating pattern for people of all ages, including babies and toddlers. This handout provides … eating well while following a vegan eating pattern during early childhood. What do I offer my child to eat? A vegan … to a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made with little …
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… A vaccine. This includes children less than 6 months of age and some people with weakened immune systems. Ig works … are given. The risk of thrombosis increases for those: •45 years of age and older •With a history of thrombosis •With risk factors for …
